115 The One Who Leads the Ring of the New Kingdom (3)
A day has passed since Elither Penetian entered the Lister Palace.
Yesterday afternoon another cardinal arrived from the Vatican, and today was the day of the reception for them.
“For the two distinguished guests who visited the Lister Palace.”
“for!”
To the emperor’s simple toast, dozens of great nobles gathered in the banquet hall toasted at once.
Elisha looked around the hall with a noble glass of wine.
The grandeur and decorations of the imperial palace, as well as the food and clothing enjoyed by the nobles, gave him a sense of immense wealth and power.
The scenery of the empire that I checked while riding a carriage was beautiful.
The Yellow Capital was a lively city, and even in the countryside where portals could not reach, every house was equipped with magic lights.
The Crown Princess recognized the rumors that Frederic Lister’s reign was a peaceful world, looking at the people’s expressions and nutritional status, well-maintained roads and infrastructure.
“Sir, the broth is amazing. Try some of this.”
Martier, who was sitting on the left, admired and poured the dishes into Elisser’s bowl.
“It’s called ‘Photofun’. I didn’t expect to find something hot like this in the summer, but it tastes so good. It makes me want to eat it again with haejang tomorrow morning.”
“Thank you.”
Elisha accepted the sincerity of the monk and tried meat and vegetables.
The broth was clear but rich in flavor, and it was even better when eaten with bone marrow of the beef bone on toast.
Martier looked at Elisha with satisfaction and filled her other glass with honeysuckle.
Even knowing that the Crown Princess hasn’t had a single sip of alcohol since she left the royal castle.
“Is the food in your mouth?”
The emperor sitting at the table asked, slicing the goose steak. Elisha answered like a flowing stream.
“Yes, Your Majesty. The chef’s workmanship is superb.”
“Good luck. Your younger brother is also a good eater.”
It was a passing word. Elissa brilliantly corrected the expression that almost collapsed in an instant.
She was not the first princess when she was young, but the Crown Princess of a country.
Even if my younger brother is living alone as a hostage in the country of Manrita.
“Aren’t Jesse and Sir Johann Haines going to the banquet?”
Elissa asked quietly.
Cardinal Aurelie Bootier, seated diagonally, gave the answer.
“John sleeps a lot. The prince is resting in the palace these days.”
“·················ogue.”
“Maybe it’s because of the incident that took place in March that you are having a hard time with.”
Bootier stared at the Crown Princess with dark beige eyes.
Elissa knew that it meant the attempted assassination of her father, Berner Guk-seo.
The hand holding the spoon was full of strength.
It was clear that the imperial family had blocked her from attending the banquet to protect her brother.
That must have been the reason why Jesse was not allowed to access the palace where he was staying yesterday and today.
There was no communication with Sir Haynes… He was forever speechless.
As the proud eldest daughter of Guk-seo, she was not always free from guilt.
“Ah, I heard the news too. The papal court was stunned.”
“Did you?”
The white-haired old man suddenly opened his mouth, and Bootier responded.
It was Ari Shoth, a Cardinal of the Vatican who entered the palace half a day later than Elisha.
He sat to the right of the bootie and said in a hoarse voice.
“Kookseo said it wasn’t him, but is there anyone who is faithful to believe that statement? Only His Majesty the Prince suffered pity.”
“·················ogue.”
“How perplexed the Emperor was. Even though I knew the old man had to make arrangements for my funeral, I worried a lot.”
Schott was over eighty years old, and in the Vatican he belonged to a neutral sect that did not line up with either the Empire or the New Kingdom.
Because he had nothing to fear, his remarks were not hesitant.
The emperor simply raised the corner of his mouth and drank the rum.
“It is a good thing that the prince overcame such a crisis and made an achievement. The Empire gives you titles. It is God’s balance.”
The old man grinned and spread redcurrant jam on the bread.
Elissa changed the topic without revealing the agitation.
“Your Majesty, please allow Jesse to taste the banquet food. I’m not a kid who eats a lot, so if it’s just a little…”
“Already sent.”
Prince Cedric Lister interrupted her.
Elissa looked at the man sitting to her right.
The man had the most beautiful appearance the Crown Princess had ever met, but his face did not contain as much emotion as the fire.
“It will be enough for 10 people.”
“Cedric, isn’t it a little bit? The prince ate even for four people alone. I’m sure everyone passing by will taste it.”
Butier said in a slightly worried voice. Elissa couldn’t keep up with the story.
His younger brother has developed a habit of eating less after being poisoned when he was young.
He had a short mouth and always drank clean water.
It was normal to take care of the subordinates’ meals, but…
“Dessert is separate.”
“I see. That will be enough.”
The current conversation was very strange.
Elissa looked at Martier with a natural attitude, holding a glass of water.
She, too, seemed surprised.
“The Crown Princess will also be able to taste it tomorrow.”
At that moment, a muffled voice rang in my ears.
Elisha turned her head and checked the face sitting on the other side.
A noble lady full of the energy of pure water.
He was a daring and ferocious child who tested his strength in the audience yesterday.
“Because the prince has decided to observe our examination. You must bring three picnic baskets from Juliet Palace, but be sure to try the bread and sweets they contain. Chef Laurence’s hand taste is superb.”
Christel de Sarnez was relaxed. The Crown Princess just tapped her chin once.
*
The lobby of Juliet Palace was crowded.
It seemed like it was because I had to go get something to eat after a while.
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“There is also a cardinal from the Vatican, so I have prepared four picnic baskets.”
“Thank you, Benjamin. Lawrence should get a bonus.”
“Thanks to the golden toad the prince has given me, I will have a good 30 years.”
I burst into laughter at Benjamin’s words.
Not long ago, the prince moved all the gifts sent to me by the nobles to the Juliet Palace.
It was because there was no room in the Imperial Vault.
All but one was useless, so I gave some to the royal family, and Laurence took the large golden toad.
I don’t know why golden toads exist in the Western-style Ropan worldview, but I was also satisfied because I was happy.
It seemed that he was quite used to the champon setting of ‘Toegye-gong’.
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Oh, I want to eat creamy shrimp in Jjamppong.
“Prince, 20 members of the Guard will be closely guarding you.”
Sir Elizabeth, naturally, with a basket, explained.
I opened the lid and saw that it contained the fruit juices of her and Canael.
We walked out of the Ururu Palace.
“I will be by your side until today’s screening is over, but it’s a decision just in case. Unfortunately, you cannot be less than ten steps away from the Crown Princess.”
“it’s okay.”
Rather, it was something to welcome with open arms.
The more unnecessary conversations I have with Elisher, the more I am at a disadvantage.
Count So and I went to the outdoor dance hall behind the palace, talking about the polo match of the Marquis Duhem.
After Emperor Frederic allowed me to meet Elissa, the confinement loosened a little.
If it was normal today, I had to summon Sant, who was alchemy at the dormitory, and entrust the supply of ether for the two main characters.
But the emperor pointed me out.
Maybe it meant to pay for my partner’s meal, or maybe it meant that I’d say hello before having a full-fledged discussion with the Crown Princess.
I didn’t know it might mean that I had to open the outdoor dance floor anyway, so I had to go out and get some fresh air.
“····· You will be able to walk freely soon.”
“yes. It’s still worth it.”
I said with a smile on Sir Elizabeth’s consolation.
The Crown Princess was due to return home in five days, and I was terrified just to be in the same room with her.
But I was a thousand times more comfortable than Lord Haines, who was locked up and sleeping somewhere in the Imperial Palace.
I decided not to forget that and did my best.
“Right, very good. The princess has talent.”
“Thank you, my lord.”
I could hear an unknown roar and Kristel’s hoarse voice. I hurried my steps.
Soon, the familiar scenery of the theater appeared.
The noble lady who found me smiled brightly and collected water flowers.
“Hello, Prince!”
“Hello, Princess Sarnez.”
“Oh My God. Before I die, I will see the new moon.”
As I said goodbye to Kristel, the grandfather standing next to me reached out to me.
He was a wise-looking old man with white hair and hazel-colored eyes.
Although he was dressed in a new country style, I immediately recognized who he was.
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“Your Majesty, Cardinal Ari Schott. Nice to meet you.”
“Call me Ari. Such beautiful eyes… It is the grace of God.”
The old man looked into my face with a shocked expression and could not easily let go of the hand shaking hands.
I took his staff and gave him an arm.
The old man chuckled harshly and grabbed me and started walking.
Sir Elizabeth skillfully placed the guards.
It seemed that Cardinal Bootier, Prince, and Eliser had not yet arrived.
“There is a place to sit in the shade over there. They also have tables, so it would be nice to have a snack.”
“Really, indeed. As you have heard, your heart is kind.”
These words were disappointing. There is someone else who prepared it.
Christel, who was walking on the right side of the old man’s house, answered my face when I was embarrassed.
“This is a secret I tell only to His Majesty Ari, but the prince is my partner.”
“Ohh. Is that so? Bless you both.”
That’s not the answer. Are you talking about how close we’ve become?
I looked at her in surprise. Kristel winked alternately with both eyes.
I can’t live
“Your Majesty’s reason for giving the title is clear and clear. I understand, it’s okay.”
The old man sat down on the sofa for three days.
I put his wand within reach, took the basket from Benjamin and opened it.
Canael took out a fine tablecloth and spread it out. The old man’s words continued.
“How high are you going to give me a title? If possible, you should sing it out loud.”
“then······. I hadn’t even thought about it. I was trying to get what you gave me.”
I answered by putting Paris breasts one by one on a plate.
Come to think of it, I didn’t do business with the emperor until that point.
In his mind, it was clear that the title was something of a permanent residence. what was the lowest
“Would it be okay to be a baron?”
“Ugh.”
“Gosh.”
“Prince, that’s not it!”
Canael, Elder Ari, and Kristel responded at the same time.
Benjamin, who was quietly drinking tea, sighed. No, that’s it.
“I think the higher the title, the greater the responsibility. I just need protection.”
“marquis.”
A good-sounding low-pitched sound echoed in the back of my head. We looked at the entrance to the gym at the same time.
Three men and women with a servant and escort caught my eye.
Like a man, the man in the middle flashed orange eyes.
“You are going to be a marquise.”
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Oh, is that so… I shook my head bewildered.
It was the second highest of the five ranks of nobility, and was on par with François Duhem.
I thought it was overkill, but I didn’t have time to put it into words.
We got up and bowed to the new visitors.
Cardinal Boutier, Prince and Elissa greeted us face to face.
The princess’ face was calm.
did you hear me I just take it
“We have to judge, so shall we move to the other table?”
“Yes, I have to walk a lot. Healing priests are like that.”
At Cardinal Boutier’s suggestion, Elder Ari readily rose from his seat.
I supported him and checked the situation.
This was obviously an excuse to keep me and Elissa apart.
Judging could be done at the next empty table, and there was no need to cross the dance floor.
That was then.
“Jesse.”
“·················ogue.”
I stiffened my body.
It was the first time I had ever been called by name after possessing.
When he raised his head, he saw Elissa smiling bitterly. The distance was too close.
He said he couldn’t approach within ten steps, but I thought it was only five steps.
Sir Elizabeth was halfway in front of me. I felt the subtle pressure of the 8th grade prosecutor.
Against the cardinals, he was ready to take a sword at any time.
“Ether is really pretty.”
“······thank you.”
I just smiled and replied. Elissa continued.
“Your mother will be happy too. When I was young, I wanted you to be my partner.”
-Sureung!
The prince drew his sword. For a moment, the air was crisp and resonant, and goosebumps rose.